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Stimulants
are drugs which increase the function of the central nervous system,(CNS),
which increases energy level, alertness, and physical activity. |
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The
category includes coffee, diet pills (over-the- counter and prescription),
cigarettes, cocaine, crack, amphetamines, methamphetamines, over-
the-counter pep pills, and some "natural" herbs. |
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Most
street stimulants are illegally produced in underground labs. The
effects of stimulants range from mild to extreme. Effects of illegally
made stimulants are unpredictable due to not having the same amount
of active ingredient in each dose. At high doses, stimulants can over
stimulant the CNS which can have negative affect on the user's body
and mind. Tolerance and addiction builds rapidly with use. |
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Dilated
Pupils, Confusion, Tremors, Argumentative, Decreased Appetite, Impaired
Judgment, Increased Blood Pressure, Breathing Increased, Dry Mouth
and Lips, Increased Heart Rate, Loss of Coordination, Depression,
Dizziness, Sweating, Brain Damage, Over Reaction. |
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Convulsions,
Vomiting, Psychosis, Muscle Aches, Nausea, Increase in Appetite, Violent
Behavior, Excessively Sleepy, Hallucinations, Chills and Tremors,
Paranoia, Suicidal Tendencies, Death, Stomach Pains. |
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Swallowed, Injected, Sniffed
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A
stimulant user may go for days without food or rest and may push themselves
past their physical and mental limits of endurance. Longtime stimulant
users develop pattern acne that resembles a rash as well as having
trouble with their teeth, gums, and nails. The hair becomes dry and
lifeless. |
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Sedatives
are drugs which depress or slow down the central nervous system, (CNS).
Often these drugs are referred to as tranquilizers, sleeping pills
or depressants. Most sedatives are legally produced and given as a
prescription in controlled amounts. Many of the street sedatives are
altered in underground labs so more profit can be made.
The effects of sedatives range from calming, relieving tension and
muscle spasms, to promoting sleep. Effects of altered street sedatives
may be more unpredictable. At high doses or when abused sedatives
can cause addiction, unconsciousness and/or death. |
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TRANQUILIZERS:
Valium, Librium, Equanil, Tranxene
BARBITURATES:
Nembutal, Seconal, Amytal, Pentobarbital, Secobrabital, Amobarbital
OTHER
NON BARBITURATE: Methaqualone, Quaalude, Miltown, Darvon,
and many others. |
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 (the
high may last several hours) |
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Slurred
Speech, Dulled Senses, Depression, Constricted Pupils, Loss of Coordination,
Impaired Judgment, Apathy, Confusion, Tremors, Drowsiness, Weak and
Rapid Pulse, Cold Clammy Skin, Breathing Impaired, Dizziness, Self-Destructive
Behavior |
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Convulsions,
Vomiting, Psychosis, Numbness, Nausea, Loss of Appetite, Abdominal
Cramps, Sweating, Delirium, Restlessness, Insomnia, Anxiety |
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- Swallowed
- Injected
- Sniffed
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A
sedative abuser should never quit using abruptly!
IT CAN CAUSE DEATH!
PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL CARE! |
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